Lake Orion, MI Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 1,685

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $754.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Lake Orion: 89.9 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (5.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 25.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for other race residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Michigan and other state lists, there were 41 registered sex offenders living in Lake Orion, Michigan as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Lake Orion is 75 to 1.>

Land Area: 0.76 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 2,735 - 92.0%
      Hispanic - 104 - 3.5%
      Two or more races - 55 - 1.8%
      Black alone - 45 - 1.5%
      Asian alone - 30 - 1.0%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.1%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.03%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing Centers, Lake Orion, MI

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Lake Orion, MI and the surrounding areas. To schedule a test call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7. Testing is available for employers and individuals and most Lake Orion, MI drug testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available and no appointment is needed in most cases.

Drug, Alcohol, DNA Testing Methods And Services

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, post-accident, court ordered probation, school programs and personal reasons. DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing is available. Testing centers offer 5, 7, 9, 12 and 14 panel drug screenings and all drug tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified laboratory and all test results are verified by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Instant result testing is also available at most testing centers. Drug and Alcohol testing methods can include urine, hair, ETG, breath alcohol (BAC), blood and oral saliva. The detection period for drug and alcohol use is determined by the testing methods and the laboratory analysis utilized. Testing services are administered by trained and certified drug and alcohol testing technicians at all of our Lake Orion, MI Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Lake Orion, MI and the surrounding areas, we also provide on-site drug and alcohol testing services utilizing our mobile/on-site unit for construction sites, hospitals, schools, roadside locations. When sending your employees to a drug testing center is not cost effective or a person cannot go to a testing center, our on-site mobile testing service may be a valuable option to consider. Please call us for additional information 800-221-4291.

DOT Testing and Services

Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing is provided at our Lake Orion, MI testing centers for FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, USCG and all Federally Regulated employers who have safety sensitive employees covered by DOT 49, CFR Part 40. Additional DOT services available include: Consortium membership (random testing pool), Supervisor Training, DOT Physicals and DOT drug policy development. Accredited Drug Testing can provide all services which will ensure compliance with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

DNA Testing

DNA testing is provided for various purposes including paternity, child custody, immigration and other legal proceedings. The DNA test is 99.9% accurate and is a simple swabbing of the mouth process. All DNA tests are analyzed by certified AABB laboratories and can be utilized in any legal proceeding.

Testing Centers located throughout

1424 S Lapeer Rd, 1.6 miles

1424 S Lapeer Rd,
Lake Orion, MI 48360
Categories: Lake Orion MI

1375 S LAPEER RD 1.8 miles

1375 S LAPEER RD
LAKE ORION, MI 48360
Categories: LAKE ORION MI

318 N LAPEER RD 3.5 miles

318 N LAPEER RD
OXFORD, MI 48371
Categories: OXFORD MI

385 N LAPEER RD 3.5 miles

385 N LAPEER RD
OXFORD, MI 48371
Categories: OXFORD MI

1915 N PERRY ST 7.6 miles

1915 N PERRY ST
PONTIAC, MI 48340
Categories: PONTIAC MI

3252 UNIVERSITY DR STE 130 7.8 miles

3252 UNIVERSITY DR STE 130
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
Categories: AUBURN HILLS MI

6310 SASHABAW RD STE D 8.0 miles

6310 SASHABAW RD STE D
CLARKSTON, MI 48346
Categories: CLARKSTON MI

898 JOSLYN AVE GM PONTIAC POWERTRAIN TRAILER 8.1 miles

898 JOSLYN AVE GM PONTIAC POWERTRAIN TRAILER
PONTIAC, MI 48340
Categories: PONTIAC MI

290 W WALTON BLVD 8.1 miles

290 W WALTON BLVD
PONTIAC, MI 48340
Categories: PONTIAC MI

1101 W UNIVERSITY DR 8.5 miles

1101 W UNIVERSITY DR
ROCHESTER, MI 48307
Categories: ROCHESTER MI

455 S Livernois Rd, Suite A-14 8.8 miles

455 S Livernois Rd, Suite A-14
Rochester, MI 48307
Categories: Rochester MI

1398 ROSS LN 9.1 miles

1398 ROSS LN
ROCHESTER, MI 48306
Categories: ROCHESTER MI

5825 Ortonville Rd, Suite 202 10.0 miles

5825 Ortonville Rd, Suite 202
Clarkston, MI 48346
Categories: Clarkston MI

31 OAKLAND AVE 10.2 miles

31 OAKLAND AVE
PONTIAC, MI 48342
Categories: PONTIAC MI

2820 CROOKS RD Ste 400 10.3 miles

2820 CROOKS RD Ste 400
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48309
Categories: ROCHESTER HILLS MI

1701 S. BOULEVARD E, 150 10.5 miles

1701 S. BOULEVARD E, 150
ROCHESTER, MI 48307
Categories: ROCHESTER MI

461 W HURON ST 10.9 miles

461 W HURON ST
PONTIAC, MI 48341
Categories: PONTIAC MI

135 Barclay Circle, Suite 103 11.3 miles

135 Barclay Circle, Suite 103
Rochester, MI 48307
Categories: Rochester MI

745 BARCLAY CIR STE 340 11.3 miles

745 BARCLAY CIR STE 340
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48307
Categories: ROCHESTER HILLS MI

2191 S BLVD 11.3 miles

2191 S BLVD
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
Categories: AUBURN HILLS MI

1265 West Huron Street, Suite 202 11.5 miles

1265 West Huron Street, Suite 202
Waterford, MI 48328
Categories: Waterford MI

5800 Highland Rd 11.9 miles

5800 Highland Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
Categories: Waterford MI

5180 DEQUINDRE RD 12.1 miles

5180 DEQUINDRE RD
UTICA, MI 48316
Categories: UTICA MI

43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 106 12.3 miles

43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 106
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Categories: Bloomfield Hills MI

80650 VAN DYKE RD 12.3 miles

80650 VAN DYKE RD
BRUCE TWP, MI 48065
Categories: BRUCE TWP MI

6620 Highland Rd, Suite 200 12.4 miles

6620 Highland Rd, Suite 200
Waterford, MI 48327
Categories: Waterford MI

2253 HAMPTON ST 14.1 miles

2253 HAMPTON ST
WHITE LAKE, MI 48386
Categories: WHITE LAKE MI

39333 Van Dyke 14.4 miles

39333 Van Dyke
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

51863 SCHOENHERR RD 14.5 miles

51863 SCHOENHERR RD
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315
Categories: SHELBY TOWNSHIP MI

50505 SCHOENHERR RD STE 160 14.9 miles

50505 SCHOENHERR RD STE 160
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315
Categories: SHELBY TOWNSHIP MI

6015 19 MILE RD 15.5 miles

6015 19 MILE RD
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

1050 WILSHIRE DR STE 105 15.7 miles

1050 WILSHIRE DR STE 105
TROY, MI 48084
Categories: TROY MI

38815 Dequindre Rd, Suite 102 16.2 miles

38815 Dequindre Rd, Suite 102
Troy, MI 48083
Categories: Troy MI

45030 NORTHPOINTE BLVD 16.3 miles

45030 NORTHPOINTE BLVD
UTICA, MI 48315
Categories: UTICA MI

2455 Union Lake Rd, 16.5 miles

2455 Union Lake Rd,
Commerce Township, MI 48382
Categories: Commerce Township MI

1770 23 Mile Road 16.6 miles

1770 23 Mile Road
Macomb Township, MI 48044
Categories: Macomb Township MI

1663 STEPHENSON HWY 17.0 miles

1663 STEPHENSON HWY
TROY, MI 48083
Categories: TROY MI

40732 VAN DYKE AVE 17.0 miles

40732 VAN DYKE AVE
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

627 E MAPLE RD STE 200 17.1 miles

627 E MAPLE RD STE 200
TROY, MI 48083
Categories: TROY MI

36250 DEQUINDRE RD STE 130 17.4 miles

36250 DEQUINDRE RD STE 130
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48310
Categories: STERLING HEIGHTS MI

555 W 14 Mile Rd, Suite B1 17.9 miles

555 W 14 Mile Rd, Suite B1
Clawson, MI 48017
Categories: Clawson MI

944 BALDWIN RD STE D 18.0 miles

944 BALDWIN RD STE D
LAPEER, MI 48446
Categories: LAPEER MI

1224 W 14 MILE RD 18.2 miles

1224 W 14 MILE RD
CLAWSON, MI 48017
Categories: CLAWSON MI

43475 Dalcoma Dr, Suite 135 18.2 miles

43475 Dalcoma Dr, Suite 135
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Categories: Clinton Township MI

7125 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 100 18.4 miles

7125 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 100
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Categories: WEST BLOOMFIELD MI

43900 GARFIELD RD STE 121 18.5 miles

43900 GARFIELD RD STE 121
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48038
Categories: CLINTON TOWNSHIP MI

3273 Davison Rd, Suite 6 18.9 miles

3273 Davison Rd, Suite 6
Lapeer, MI 48446
Categories: Lapeer MI

33200 W 14 MILE RD, STE 170 19.0 miles

33200 W 14 MILE RD, STE 170
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Categories: WEST BLOOMFIELD MI

2530 CROOKS RD STE 2 19.4 miles

2530 CROOKS RD STE 2
ROYAL OAK, MI 48073
Categories: ROYAL OAK MI

1254 N MAIN ST 19.5 miles

1254 N MAIN ST
LAPEER, MI 48446
Categories: LAPEER MI

1375 N MAIN ST 19.5 miles

1375 N MAIN ST
LAPEER, MI 48446
Categories: LAPEER MI

12751 S SAGINAW ST STE 701 19.5 miles

12751 S SAGINAW ST STE 701
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

555 Horace Brown Dr Ste 200 19.6 miles

555 Horace Brown Dr Ste 200
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Categories: Madison Heights MI

26400 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 117 19.8 miles

26400 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 117
Southfield, MI 48034
Categories: Southfield MI

28595 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 103 20.1 miles

28595 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 103
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48334
Categories: FARMINGTON HILLS MI

237 Davis Lake Rd, 20.3 miles

237 Davis Lake Rd,
Lapeer, MI 48446
Categories: Lapeer MI

739 E 12 MILE RD 20.6 miles

739 E 12 MILE RD
MADISON HTS, MI 48071
Categories: MADISON HTS MI

1010 N CAMPBELL RD STE 3 20.6 miles

1010 N CAMPBELL RD STE 3
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
Categories: ROYAL OAK MI

425 PARK AVE 20.7 miles

425 PARK AVE
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
Categories: ROYAL OAK MI

1794 N Lapeer Rd Ste D 20.7 miles

1794 N Lapeer Rd Ste D
Lapeer, MI 48446
Categories: Lapeer MI

31700 VAN DYKE AVE 20.8 miles

31700 VAN DYKE AVE
WARREN, MI 48093
Categories: WARREN MI

26185 GREENFIELD RD 20.9 miles

26185 GREENFIELD RD
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48076
Categories: SOUTHFIELD MI

29245 Ryan Rd Ste 200 21.0 miles

29245 Ryan Rd Ste 200
Warren, MI 48092
Categories: Warren MI

15717 15 MILE RD 21.3 miles

15717 15 MILE RD
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48035
Categories: CLINTON TOWNSHIP MI

1097 S State Rd, Unit 2 21.3 miles

1097 S State Rd, Unit 2
Davison, MI 48423
Categories: Davison MI

12821 S. SAGINAW ST, STE D13 21.4 miles

12821 S. SAGINAW ST, STE D13
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

8401 HOLLY RD 21.4 miles

8401 HOLLY RD
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

3434 REGENCY DRIVE, SUITE B 21.5 miles

3434 REGENCY DRIVE, SUITE B
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

24901 NORTHWESTERN HWY STE 304 21.5 miles

24901 NORTHWESTERN HWY STE 304
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
Categories: SOUTHFIELD MI

27351 DEQUINDRE RD 21.5 miles

27351 DEQUINDRE RD
MADISON HEIGHTS, MI 48071
Categories: MADISON HEIGHTS MI

50110 GRATIOT AVE 21.9 miles

50110 GRATIOT AVE
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48051
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MI

1360 S MILFORD RD 21.9 miles

1360 S MILFORD RD
HIGHLAND, MI 48357
Categories: HIGHLAND MI

53379 GRATIOT AVE 22.3 miles

53379 GRATIOT AVE
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48051
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MI

11569 E 12 MILE RD 22.5 miles

11569 E 12 MILE RD
WARREN, MI 48093
Categories: WARREN MI

22255 GREENFIELD RD STE 422 22.8 miles

22255 GREENFIELD RD STE 422
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
Categories: SOUTHFIELD MI

641 W 9 MILE RD STE C 22.9 miles

641 W 9 MILE RD STE C
FERNDALE, MI 48220
Categories: FERNDALE MI

33089 GROESBECK HWY 22.9 miles

33089 GROESBECK HWY
FRASER, MI 48026
Categories: FRASER MI

26400 Van Dyke Ave, 23.2 miles

26400 Van Dyke Ave,
Center Line, MI 48015
Categories: Center Line MI

32620 GRAND RIVER AVE 23.2 miles

32620 GRAND RIVER AVE
FARMINGTON, MI 48336
Categories: FARMINGTON MI

20755 GREENFIELD RD STE 200 23.5 miles

20755 GREENFIELD RD STE 200
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
Categories: SOUTHFIELD MI

30795 23 MILE RD 23.5 miles

30795 23 MILE RD
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48047
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MI

25429 VAN DYKE AVE 23.6 miles

25429 VAN DYKE AVE
CENTER LINE, MI 48015
Categories: CENTER LINE MI

22341 W 8 Mile Rd 23.6 miles

22341 W 8 Mile Rd
Detroit, MI 48219
Categories: Detroit MI

40015 Grand River Road, Suite 115 23.9 miles

40015 Grand River Road, Suite 115
Novi, MI 48375
Categories: Novi MI

29600 S WIXOM RD 23.9 miles

29600 S WIXOM RD
WIXOM, MI 48393
Categories: WIXOM MI

5494 S Dort Hwy 23.9 miles

5494 S Dort Hwy
Flint, MI 48507
Categories: Flint MI

2313 E HILL RD 24.0 miles

2313 E HILL RD
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
Categories: GRAND BLANC MI

42020 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B 24.0 miles

42020 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B
NOVI, MI 48375
Categories: NOVI MI

6011 Porter Rd, 24.1 miles

6011 Porter Rd,
Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Categories: Grand Blanc MI

42875 GRAND RIVER AVE STE 101 24.1 miles

42875 GRAND RIVER AVE STE 101
NOVI, MI 48375
Categories: NOVI MI

39555 W 10 Mile Rd Ste 301 24.2 miles

39555 W 10 Mile Rd Ste 301
Novi, MI 48375
Categories: Novi MI

26095 SCHOENHERR RD 24.3 miles

26095 SCHOENHERR RD
WARREN, MI 48089
Categories: WARREN MI

32743 23 MILE RD STE 120 24.5 miles

32743 23 MILE RD STE 120
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48047
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MI

31503 GRATIOT AVE 24.6 miles

31503 GRATIOT AVE
ROSEVILLE, MI 48066
Categories: ROSEVILLE MI

22605 VAN DYKE AVE 24.9 miles

22605 VAN DYKE AVE
WARREN, MI 48089
Categories: WARREN MI

18984 LIVERNOIS AVE 25.0 miles

18984 LIVERNOIS AVE
DETROIT, MI 48221
Categories: DETROIT MI

32008 HARPER AVE 25.0 miles

32008 HARPER AVE
SAINT CLAIR SHORES, MI 48082
Categories: SAINT CLAIR SHORES MI

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Overview of Drug, Alcohol, and DNA Testing

Drug, alcohol, and DNA testing are three distinct types of biomedical tests that serve important roles in healthcare, legal, employment, and personal settings. Each type of testing helps in making informed decisions, ensuring safety, and understanding genetic information. Here, we explore the purposes and applications of these tests in a consumer context.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Drug and alcohol testing are commonly used to detect the presence of illicit substances or alcohol in an individual's system. These tests are crucial in various professional and legal scenarios to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Drug Testing: Typically involves analyzing urine, blood, hair, or saliva to detect illegal drugs or misuse of prescription medications. Common in employment settings, particularly for positions involving public safety, and in compliance with legal requirements such as those enforced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Alcohol Testing: Measures blood alcohol content (BAC) through breath, blood, or urine tests. This is essential for enforcing drinking and driving laws, workplace policies, and in treatment programs for alcohol misuse.

DNA Testing

DNA testing involves analyzing a person's genetic material to gather information about ancestry, identify genetic disorders, establish family relationships, or aid in forensic investigations.

  1. Ancestry and Genealogy: Helps individuals trace family roots and understand ethnic backgrounds.
  2. Medical Testing: Identifies genetic predispositions to certain health conditions, aiding in early diagnosis and management of diseases.
  3. Paternity and Relationship Testing: Determines biological relationships, commonly used in paternity disputes and adoption cases.
  4. Forensic Testing: Assists in criminal investigations by identifying suspects or victims through genetic fingerprints.

Applications and Importance

These tests play pivotal roles in various sectors:

  • Healthcare: Drug and DNA testing contribute to diagnosing diseases, managing treatment plans, and preventive health care.
  • Legal and Forensic: Crucial in legal proceedings, including criminal justice, custody cases, and legal determinations of impairment.
  • Employment: Employers utilize drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe and productive workplace, especially in industries where safety is paramount.

In summary, drug, alcohol, and DNA testing provide essential data that helps protect public safety, enforce laws, and uncover important personal and health information. Each type of testing is governed by specific standards to ensure accuracy, privacy, and ethical handling of results.

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Local Area Info: Lake Orion, Michigan

Lake Orion (/??ri?n/ ORR-ee-?n) is a village in the north side outskirts of Metro Detroit in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. The population was 2,973 at the 2010 census. "Lake Orion" is often used to describe both the village and the much larger Orion Township,[citation needed] of which the village is a part.

Judah Church and Moses (or Samuel) Munson were among the first settlers. Munson, who arrived in 1824, built a sawmill in 1825, and planted the first orchard. Jesse Decker arrived from upstate New York with his wife, Mary, in 1825. Decker proved to be energetic and became "everything to everybody," so that the place soon became known as "Decker's Settlement," and the town was called "Canandaigua," after Canandaigua, New York, where the settlers originated. The settlement grew into a bustling commercial center with a sawmill, tavern, post office, general store, blacksmith shop, school and cemetery. In 1828, a power dam was built uniting several small lakes and forming the mile wide Lake Canandaigua, just west of the village.[citation needed]

In 1830, Jesse Decker raised the first frame barn in the area with the help of local Indians. The first post office was opened in 1832, with Decker as postmaster. In 1835, the community's name was changed from Canandaigua to Orion, and as a result, Lake Canadaigua would be renamed Lake Orion. The same year, the Township of Orion was formally approved by the Michigan Territorial government. Decker became the first Supervisor of Orion, with a salary of $2.00 a year. By 1836, two persons were licensed to keep taverns in the town, one of whom was Decker. Decker was elected to the first Michigan House of Representatives in 1837 and also served as justice of the peace for the Orion area. By 1840 Decker owned 440 acres (1.8 km2) of land.

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Population (female): 1,685

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $754.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Lake Orion: 89.9 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (5.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 25.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for other race residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Michigan and other state lists, there were 41 registered sex offenders living in Lake Orion, Michigan as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Lake Orion is 75 to 1.>

Land Area: 0.76 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 2,735 - 92.0%
      Hispanic - 104 - 3.5%
      Two or more races - 55 - 1.8%
      Black alone - 45 - 1.5%
      Asian alone - 30 - 1.0%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.1%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.03%

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